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SUMMARY:Join STGRSD School Committee
DESCRIPTION:The Southwick-Tolland-Granville Regional School Committee and the Southwick Select Board invite interested citizens of Southwick to join the school committee. If you are a registered voter in the Town of Southwick and would like to be considered to fill the recent vacancy on the regional school committee\, please send a letter of interest and a resume to: Jennifer C. Willard\, Superintendent Southwick-Tolland-Granville Regional School District\, 86 Powder Mill Road Southwick\, MA 01077. The deadline for applications is 4:00 p.m. on Monday\, December 2. For further information\, please contact the Office of the Superintendent at (413) 569-5391.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/join-stgrsd-school-committee/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T080000
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SUMMARY:Events at Armbrook Village
DESCRIPTION:Tony Rarus Entertains on November 6 at 3:30 pm at. Join us for the entertainment of Tony Rarus. \n  \nNoah Lis Performs on November 13 at 3:30 pm. Join us for the entertainment of vocalist Noah Lis\, former contestant and finalist on NBC’s The Voice! \n  \nEddie Forman Orchestra\, November 24 at 3:30 pm. Join us for Polka music by the Eddie Forman Orchestra! \n  \nAlzheimer’s Association Support Group on November 27 at 6:00 pm. Caregivers and family members are invited to enjoy a light dinner and a chance to share your personal experiences and strategies for communicating with your loved one! RSVPs not required\, but for more information\, call (413) 568-0000. Held on the last Wednesday of every month. \n  \nAll events are at Armbrook Village Senior Living and Memory Support Community\, 551 North Road\, Westfield.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/events-at-armbrook-village-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191106T080000
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SUMMARY:Events at the Westfield Athenaeum
DESCRIPTION:We barely scratched the surface at the History Chat “Bars\, Bakeries and Bodegas” at the Westfield Athenaeum so we are continuing the topic this month! Do you have memories of the corner store\, a bakery\, a tavern or bar? We will bring some tavern and store ledgers for you to see. Come tell your story\, bring a picture\, postcard or letter and help us capture Westfield’s history! Wednesday\, November 6\, at 2:00 p.m. Elizabeth Reed Room. Call 413-568-7833 with any questions or visit www.westath.org. \n  \nNovember is Food for Fines at the Westfield Athenaeum! Help your community and start the New Year fresh by making a donation of unexpired canned or boxed goods at the Library and we will forgive up to $10 of fines. (Cannot be applied towards billed items or another library’s fine) All donations will benefit the Food Pantry of Westfield. Please call 413-568-7833 with any questions or visit www.westath.org. \n  \nHave you danced the night away with the party band Emotion? Come hear the acoustic duo from that band\, made up of Ric Tereso and Amy Tosi. They have a vast repertoire including classic rock\, country and pop music from the past five decades. Free and open to the public\, join us for this first Thursday concert on November 7 at 1:00 pm in the Lang Auditorium at the Westfield Athenaeum 6 Elm Street\, Westfield. www.westath.org or 413-568-7833.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/events-at-the-westfield-athenaeum-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191104T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191127T170000
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SUMMARY:Events at the Southwick Public Library Children’s Room
DESCRIPTION:Makerspace Monday: On Monday\, November 4\, the Southwick Public Library will become a place where kids in grades 3-6 can experiment or make something special. This month we will make scented diffuser necklaces to lift your mood. We will make a disk with polymer clay and prep it to bake at home. Then you can return to the library for a drop of essential oil and string to make a necklace or scented medallion to hang in your room or locker. Please sign up in advance by visiting the Children’s Room or calling 413-569-1221 extension 4. There is no charge for this program. \n  \nStory Yoga for Preschoolers: Join us at Southwick Public Library for Story Yoga on Tuesday November 5 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Listen to a story. Learn some yoga poses. Do a special yoga-related activity and make a craft. This hour-long program is fun for 2-5 year olds helps children to manage their bodies\, focus\, relax and have fun. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Advance registration is helpful but not necessary. This program is presented by Southwick Public Library and “Pathways for Parents.” \n  \nLEGO Club Fun: Building with LEGOs is fun for kids at Southwick Public Library. Kids in grades 3-6 can meet on Thursday\, November 7 at 3 p.m. Kindergarten-grade 2 will meet on Wednesday\, November 13 at 3:30 p.m. Use our LEGO blocks to build what you want. Create by yourself or with a friend. Then share your project while you have a snack. It is not necessary to sign-up for this event. We are looking forward to seeing your creation. \n  \nTuesday Storytime for 2-5 year-olds in November: Join the fun at Tuesday Storytime (for children ages 2-5 and their parent or caregiver) at Southwick Public Library on November 12\, 19\, and 26 at 10:30 a.m. Children ages 2-5 years old will listen to stories about beavers and “build” a dam. Learn a lesson from Goldilocks. Make a fun craft. Meet a new friend. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. \n  \nSaturday Storytime: The Southwick Public Library’s Saturday Storytime will be held on November 16 at 11:00 a.m. Children and their parents/care-givers are invited to join us as we sing songs\, read some Thanksgiving stories\, and create a fun craft to take home! No registration is required. \n  \nDrop-In Thanksgiving Craft: Stop by the Southwick Public Library’s Children’s Room anytime November 25-27 to make a fun turkey craft for Thanksgiving! Materials for this craft will be available during library hours. \n  \nListen to Stories While You Drive: Did you know that Southwick Public Library offers stories on CD and books with a built-in reader device? In the Children’s Room CD kits can be found hanging on a circular rack by the Picture Books. We also have chapter books in CD form on the carousel-type shelves inside the entrance to the Children’s Room. Kids can check out the book and CDs with the same title to help with reading comprehension or just to enjoy while they travel to their afterschool activities. We also have a collection of VOX Books which includes a device inside the front cover which will “read” the story aloud as the child turns the pages. VOX chargers are also available for checkout. Many adults have taken advantage of listening to stories on CD while driving. Now children can also enjoy a variety of choices in audio offerings from Southwick Public Library. \n  \nFor more information about Children’s Programming at Southwick Public Library\, visit or call the Children’s Room at 413-569-1221×4.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/events-at-the-southwick-public-library-childrens-room-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191103T080000
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SUMMARY:Westfield Chamber Choir
DESCRIPTION:The Westfield Chamber Choir will present Gabriel Fauré’s “Requiem” on Sunday November 3 at 4:00pm at The Episcopal Church of the Atonement\, located at 36 Court St.\, in Westfield. The choir is presenting this work as their inaugural concert\, having only formed back in February. The piece will be performed by the choir with Scott Bailey providing accompaniment on the organ. A freewill donation will be collected at the concert with proceeds to benefit the Westfield Food Pantry. Gifts of canned goods and non-perishables will also be accepted. The church is handicap accessible and there will be a small reception after the concert. For more information\, contact artistic director Scott Bailey at (413) 522-4745 or sabaileymusic@gmail.com.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/westfield-chamber-choir/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191030T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191030T190000
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SUMMARY:Custom Physical Therapy Clinic Opens in Southwick
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the brick and mortar opening of My PT\, a custom physical therapy clinic\, the public is invited to join their Grand Opening. The event will be held at My PT located at 108 Congamond Road\, Southwick\, throughout the afternoon on Wednesday October 30. To give back to the community that My PT calls home\, there will be a canned food drive to benefit Our Community Pantry serving Southwick\, Granville and Tolland. \n  \nThe outline for the day begins at 12:30 pm with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony presented by the Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce. Then at 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm Dr. Tom Naro will demonstrate physical therapy techniques and answer anyone’s physical therapy questions. Following a break at 3:00 pm\, guests can attend the open house from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm. \n  \nMy PT will provide a tasty sampling from their neighbors during the Open House portion of the event. Enjoy soups created by The Hood Cafe and finger foods created by CPC Craft Meats and Smokehouse along with hot apple cider and giveaways. Come meet and greet Dr. Naro\, feel free to pick his brain about your muscle and joint pains or movement problems. Prospective clients\, medical providers\, medical specialists\, alternative health\, and allied health professionals are encouraged to attend.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/custom-physical-therapy-clinic-opens-in-southwick/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191030T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191030T170000
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SUMMARY:Greater Westfield Community Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Westfield Community Band will present its annual fall concert on Wednesday October 30 at 7:30 at the Intermediate School\, formerly the North Middle School. “Remembering the Seventies” will feature great music from the Beatles\, The Beach Boys\, Neil Diamond and Elton John to name a few\, but the group promises a great time to one and all along the way.  The concert is open to the public and is free of charge.  The band has been providing great entertainment for more than 20 years and is currently under the tutelage of Jim O’Connor. So call a friend\, put on your best 70’s attire and come join the fun.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/greater-westfield-community-band-concert/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191029T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191029T180000
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SUMMARY:Free MIGHTY Program
DESCRIPTION:The YMCA of Greater Westfield\, in collaboration with Baystate Health\, is offering the MIGHTY (Moving\, Improving\, and Gaining Health Together at the YMCA) program\, beginning October 29. \n  \nMIGHTY\, funded by a grant from Kohl’s Cares\, is an evidence-based\, multi-component pediatric weight management program for children with a body mass index above the 95th percentile. This free program meets twice per month\, over a six-month period. During each two-hour session\, children and their families engage with exercise specialists\, nutritionists and behavioral health workers in classroom instruction and group exercise sessions. \n  \nThe upcoming session is for children between the ages of 8-10. Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 4-6 PM beginning October 29. To be eligible for the MIGHTY Program\, participants must be at or above the 95th percentile for body mass index (BMI)\, provide a medical clearance form signed by their health care provider and attend a registration session at the YMCA of Greater Westfield. Registration attendance is Thursday\, October 17th at 4PM. \n  \nSpace is limited. To register\, contact YMCA of Greater Westfield\, Cindy Agan\, Health & Wellness Director\, 413-568-8631\, cagan@westfieldymca.org.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/free-mighty-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191027T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191027T150000
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat at Wyben Union Church
DESCRIPTION:Wyben Union Church invites costumed kids of all ages to the 3rd annual Trunk-or-Treat on Sunday\, October 27. From 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.\, children\, families\, friends & neighbors can trick-or-treat in a fun\, safe environment. The church-sponsored & decorated vehicle trunks will be brimming with candy\, popcorn\, cider\, and trinkets. They’ll also be opportunities to enjoy games\, hay rides\, pumpkins\, photo ops and more! \n  \nIn addition to the giveaways\, one car trunk will be designated as a drop-off location for non-perishable food items that will be donated to the Westfield Food Pantry. For more information about Trunk or Treat\, please call the church at 413-568-6473 and leave a message. Wyben Union Church is an Interdenominational church located at 678 Montgomery Rd. in Westfield.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/trunk-or-treat-at-wyben-union-church-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T080000
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SUMMARY:Pumpkin Carving / Spaghetti Supper
DESCRIPTION:Southwick Congregational Church will host their Annual Pumpkin Carving /Spaghetti Supper on Saturday October 26. The menu will include pasta\, homemade sauce & meatballs\, salad\, rolls and a few sweet treats. The pumpkin carving is optional\, but let us know if you are interested so we can provide a pumpkin for you. You provide your own tools and adult supervision. Adults $10\, Children $7\, Family $25. Southwick Congregational Church\, 488 College Highway\, PO Box 260\, Southwick\, MA\, 01077.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/pumpkin-carving-spaghetti-supper-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191026T160000
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SUMMARY:10th Annual Flea Market & Swap Meet
DESCRIPTION:Automotive/farm/tools and other stuff. Something for everyone. Saturday\, October 26 from 8 am – 4 pm\, rain or shine. Same location as last year: 8 Industrial Road\, Southwick. All types of vendors are welcome. Please call to reserve your space\, which will include your truck\, trailer and tables for $25.00. A double-space is $40.00. Coffee and food will be available on-site. Contact Gee at 860-653-6804 or 860-614-8374; or Gary at 413-562-1346. Sell your car in the Car Coral—$25.00 per car! Proceeds to benefit local charities.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/10th-annual-flea-market-swap-meet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191025T183000
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SUMMARY:German Feast Supper
DESCRIPTION:St John’s Lutheran Church\, 60 Broad St\, Westfield\, is having their German Feast Supper on Friday\, October 25 with continuous seating at 5:30 – 6:30 pm. On the menu: bratwurst\, pulled pork\, German potato salad\, red cabbage\, sauerkraut\, pickled beets\, and wonderful\, homemade desserts\, along with coffee\, tea\, and milk. Take-out dinners are available beginning at 5:30 pm. The tickets are $12.50 for adults\, $8.00 for children ages 5-12\, and children under-five are free. For tickets\, you may contact the church at 413-568-1417\, Jane McClure at 413-562-0492\, or Sally Sienkiewicz at 413-562-3186.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/german-feast-supper-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191025T190000
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SUMMARY:Downtown Merchants Host Trick or Treaters
DESCRIPTION:For the 26th year\, The Mayor’s Office and the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Westfield promote the “Annual Downtown Trick or Treating”. An invitation is extended to all downtown merchants to participate in this annual event to host trick-or-treaters at your business on Friday\, October 25 at 4:00p.m. \n  \nInterested merchants are encouraged to contact Lerryn at The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Westfield at 413-562-2301 or via e-mail her at lgodden@bgcwestfield.org and will be provided with a sign “Trick or Treaters Welcome Here” to attract children in costume with their parents to area business on Elm Street and Main Street.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/downtown-merchants-host-trick-or-treaters-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191025T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191025T170000
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SUMMARY:Spirit Walk
DESCRIPTION:An historical and educational program at the Old Southwick Cemetery\, Saturday October 25 at 2 pm. A walk with Southwick spirits is free and open to the public. Once a year the Southwick spirits\, buried in the old graveyard\, agree to visit with anyone who is interested in hearing their story. For more information\, please call 413-569-2012. The Southwick Historical Society\, Inc.\, Southwick. www.southwickhistoricalsociety.org.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/spirit-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191024T130000
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SUMMARY:Flu\, Pneumonia\, and Shingles Vaccine Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The Russell Council on aging will hold a Flu\, Pneumonia\, and Shingles Vaccine Clinic at the Russell Senior Center\, 65 Main Street\, Thursday October 24 from 10 am – 1 pm. The vaccines will be administered by staff from the Westfield Stop and Shop Pharmacy. No appointment is necessary and the clinic is open to the public. An insurance card must be presented. Please call the Russell Council on Aging at 413-862-6217 with any questions.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/flu-pneumonia-and-shingles-vaccine-clinic/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191023T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191023T170000
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SUMMARY:Through Hiking the Appalachian Trail
DESCRIPTION:“Through Hiking the Appalachian Trail” at the Westfield Athenaeum Wednesday\, October 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the Lang Auditorium. This is the story of a modern day adventure. Sam Ducharme set out on a 2180 mile\, 14 state backpacking trip from Springer Mountain\, Georgia to Mt. Katahdin Maine. During his six month journey he documented the rugged beauty of the Appalachian Mountains\, the wildlife\, the hardships encountered on the trail\, as well as the people\, culture and humanity at its finest. Come join him as he takes you through the trail towns\, over the mountaintops and through the backcountry. The images and stories will leave you with a renewed sense of the beauty of our country and its people. See his gear\, how he cooked and hear what it is like sleeping in a hammock for six months through three seasons. \n  \nSam Ducharme is a retired K9 Officer and is a lifelong resident of Connecticut. He has two adult sons\, both serving in the United States Air Force. As an avid outdoorsman\, and finding the nest empty\, Sam decided to buy a backpack and a plane ticket to Georgia. From there\, he started walking north. With no prior backpacking experience\, he learned on the trail. Gear\, trail nutrition\, enduring the elements\, and the logistics involved in a long distance backpacking trip were hard lessons. After 20 years working within Connecticut’s prisons\, the search for a positive recharge resulted in a life changing journey. \n  \nSigned copies of Sam’s book “Sole Searching on the Appalachian Trail” will be available for purchase after the program. Please call us at 413-568-7833 with questions www.westath.org. The event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/through-hiking-the-appalachian-trail/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191021T203000
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SUMMARY:Southwick’s 250th Committee Reveals Banners Highlighting Town’s History\, People and Events
DESCRIPTION:To help commemorate Southwick’s rich and colorful history\, the Southwick 250 organization is now recruiting sponsors for banners that will fly in town this November and remain up for one year. The 2’ x 5’ all-weather banners will then be gifted to the sponsors for display. The tax deductible donation of $250 will help provide funds for the myriad of events during the year-long celebration of Southwick’s birthday. Banners can be seen at https://sites.google.com/view/southwick250/banner-way. \n  \n“Sponsors of the banners will be prominently mentioned in press releases\, Facebook and other communications”\, said Russell S. Fox\, Chair\, Southwick Selectboard. “This is a major funding source for Southwick 250 birthday activities. We have so many great events planned\, but we need to fund them with money from the banner and souvenir sales. Check out the many beautifully designed banners by clicking https://sites.google.com/view/southwick250/banner-way. But because we’re over 50% sold out\, choose quickly to get the banner you want.” \n  \nThe Celebrate Southwick 250 committee members are asking for more people to become involved to help with the many celebrations planned. The next meeting will be held at 6:30 pm\, October 21\, at the Southwick town hall. All are welcome.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/southwicks-250th-committee-reveals-banners-highlighting-towns-history-people-and-events/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191021T110000
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SUMMARY:Stanley Park’s Garden Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On October 21\, from 10 – 11 am\, the Stanley Park Greenhouse Horticultural Staff will give you tips and discuss how to care for your roses in the fall into winter and planning and preparing your flower beds for spring tulip bulbs. The workshop will meet at the fountain in the Rose Garden. Please use Gates 2 or Gate 3 for parking and easy access to the Rose Garden.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/stanley-parks-garden-workshop-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191027T170000
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SUMMARY:Westfield State University to host Massachusetts STEM Week
DESCRIPTION:Westfield State University will host several events in celebration of Massachusetts STEM Week\, October 21–27. The purpose of this statewide celebration is to boost awareness and interest in STEM education and employment opportunities. The weeklong series of events will begin Monday\, October 21 with the University’s College of Mathematics and Sciences’ Exploratory Open House and Scavenger Hunt\, to be held in Wilson Hall\, room 111\, beginning at 9 a.m. \n  \nActivity highlights during the week will include: \n  \nTuesday\, Oct. 22\, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.\, “See Yourself in STEM at Westfield State\,” an interactive STEM event with fourth grade Westfield Public School students\, various locations. \n  \nWednesday\, Oct. 23\, 4:15–6:30 p.m.\, “Animal Shapes: Active Learning Exercises in Structure and Function\,” led by Assistant Professor of Biology Jason Ramsay\, Ph.D. SCI 304. \n  \nWednesday\, Oct. 23\, 7–8 p.m.\, “The Truth About Sharks!” led by Dr. John Morrissey\, Sweet Briar College\, Scanlon Banquet Hall. \n  \nEvents will conclude with Mass. STEM Fest\, hosted by the Springfield Thunderbirds\, at 3 p.m. Sunday\, October 27\, prior to Springfield’s 5:05 p.m. game vs. Rochester. All proceeds will support the Pioneer Valley STEM Network\, one of eight regional networks funded through the Department of Higher Education Pipeline Fund. \n  \nPVSTEM NET aims to enable area businesses\, institutions of higher education\, local school districts\, regional workforce development professionals\, community based organizations and various municipal or civic leaders to increase the number of area students who participate in career-related programs in science\, technology\, engineering and mathematics (STEM)\, while also increasing the number of qualified STEM teachers and improving educational offerings in area schools. \n  \nTo purchase tickets for Mass. STEM Fest\, visit: https://springfieldthunderbirds.formstack.com/forms/mass_stem_fest.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/westfield-state-university-to-host-massachusetts-stem-week/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T175044
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SUMMARY:Rotary Southwick names recipients of the 2019 Outstanding Vocational and Community Service Awards
DESCRIPTION:Mike Parent\, President\, announced the recipients of the 2019 Outstanding Vocational and Community Service Awards as follows: Chief Russ Anderson\, Southwick Fire Department; Susan Kochanski\, Treasurer\, Rotary Club of Southwick; and Chair\, Southwick Cultural Council; Alan Slessler\, Southwick Town Planner and Athletic Coach; and Resource Officer Michael Taggart\, Southwick Police Department. \n  \nThe objective of the award is to recognize individuals or groups who have embodied the characteristics of Rotary’s motto of “Service above Self”. The program was introduced in 1996 and to date the club has recognized 69 individuals and five nonprofit organizations from Southwick and the surrounding community. \n  \nThe event takes place October 23 at Tucker’s Restaurant\, 625 College Highway\, Southwick\, starting with a social hour at 6:00 pm followed by dinner at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $25.00 and must be purchased in advance by contacting any Rotarian or Bob Fox at 413 579 4585. Deadline for tickets is October 21.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/rotary-southwick-names-recipients-of-the-2019-outstanding-vocational-and-community-service-awards/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T175044
CREATED:20191002T142919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T142919Z
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SUMMARY:Gift Baskets to Support Westfield Homeless Cat Project
DESCRIPTION:Support the Westfield Homeless Cat Project and do your holiday shopping at the same time! We will once again be holding gift basket sales from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the following locations: \n  \nSunday\, October 20: Walmart\, Westfield \nSunday\, October 27: Walmart\, Northampton \nSunday\, November 17: Walmart\, Northampton \nSunday\, November 24: Walmart\, Westfield \nSunday\, December 1: Walmart\, Westfield \nSunday\, December 15: Walmart\, Westfield \n  \nThis is one of our most successful fundraisers of the year and we are seeking donations of items\, gift cards and other merchandise to create gift baskets\, as well as volunteers to staff the events. If interested\, please contact Paula at ppagos@comcast.net. And don’t forget our updated adoption clinic hours: Thursdays from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.\, Fridays from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.\, Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and Sundays from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.! If interested\, please contact Denise at denisesinico@hotmail.com. Thank you for your support!
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/gift-baskets-to-support-westfield-homeless-cat-project/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T175044
CREATED:20190805T181740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190805T181740Z
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SUMMARY:Dan Kane & Friends Inspirational Music Fall Concert
DESCRIPTION:Southwick Congregational Church is hosting the Dan Kane Singers on Sunday October 20 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are only $10 and proceeds will help The PINK W.A.Y. Southwick Congregational Church\, 488 College Highway\, Southwick\, MA\, 01077. Please contact the Church office for more information and tickets (413) 569-6362 or SouthwickUCC@gmail.com.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/dan-kane-friends-inspirational-music-fall-concert/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T175044
CREATED:20191002T204841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T204841Z
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SUMMARY:Go4Life® Family Fun Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come join us on Saturday\, October 19\, as we celebrate and encourage each other to live an active\, healthy\, independent lifestyle! Walking is directly linked with good health and sustained independence. Time/place: 10:30 am – 1 pm at Stanton Hall\, 26 Russell Rd\, Huntington. We have walking maps with suggested loops of easy difficult and moderate. Designated 1-mile loops are: Littleville Dam RT. Done 2 times = 1 mile; Norwich Bridge Cemetery Loop = 1 mile; Blandford Hill RD to dirt and back = 1 mile; Town Common Loop done 5 times = 1 mile; and Pettis Field Loop done 2 times = 1 mile. \n  \nTake as long as you need to finish walking 1 mile. Raffle tickets are awarded for each half mile. All walkers with varying speeds and abilities are welcome to participate in the walk. Bring your family and friends to walk with you! Please register in advance. Register to walk by calling 413-512-5205. \n  \nDirections for parking: for Stanton Hall\, park behind the Liquor Store; for Littleville Dam easy\, park at the top of the entrance; for Norwich Bridge\, park at school; for Blandford Hill\, park at Liquor Store; and for Pettis Field Loop\, park at Library. On the day of the walk\, check-in will begin at 10:30 am. At 11 am\, there is entertainment; at 12:30 pm\, free food; and at 1 pm\, raffles will add to the fun. (You must be present to win.) Your name with our COA will be entered into a state-wide raffle for special prizes after completing a mile.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/go4life-family-fun-walk-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T175044
CREATED:20191015T193433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191015T193433Z
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SUMMARY:Chicken Pie Supper
DESCRIPTION:The Montgomery Historical Society kicks off the fall season with its annual Chicken Pie Supper on Saturday\, October 19 at 6:30 p.m. in Union Hall (Town Hall) in Montgomery Center. Westfield and Hilltown neighbors and friends are invited to enjoy an evening of good food and an interesting program to top it off! The menu includes the Chicken Pie\, mashed potatoes\, gravy\, vegetables\, cranberry sauce\, home-baked dessert\, and beverages – at the bargain price of $10 per adult ($5 for children age 10 and under). We will also have a 50/25/25 raffle. Reservations are requested as soon as possible\, by calling Laura at 862-8095. Proceeds of this supper help to support the annual scholarship(s) given by the Historical Society to graduating Montgomery seniors. \n  \nOur guest speaker for the evening will be Westfield native Bruce Cortis (now of Feeding Hills) discussing “Whips of Westfield – The Rise and Decline of an American Industry.” Mr. Cortis has written a book of the same name based on his in-depth research to raise awareness of Westfield’s whip heritage and the importance of this industry to the growth of Westfield. He presented his findings in May at Westfield State University during one of the many historical lectures supported by the Westfield 350th Anniversary Committee. Please join us for an enjoyable evening Reservations needed soon!
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/chicken-pie-supper/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T175044
CREATED:20191008T145331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T145331Z
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SUMMARY:#hikethehilltowns
DESCRIPTION:Western Mass Hilltown Hikers group hike at Norwich Lake in Huntington Saturday October 19 at 10:00 am GPS Location: 42.30167\, -72.83132 Hike Rating: Easy some slopes/rocks/roots 1 mile to lake or 2.5 Mile Woods Loop Trail to Lake With 97 acres of forest\, trails\, and lake access\, even horses\, The Retreat at Norwich Lake has a lot to explore. Come hike a few of the trails with the Friends of SHAEC and Western Mass Hilltown Hikers\, as we team up to celebrate SHAEC’s 20 years of adult education in the Hilltowns. Donations for Friends of SHAEC will be accepted the day of the hike\, or in advance on SHAEC’s website: www.shaec.org. Prizes will be awarded to the highest donors. \n  \nThere are two trail options to hike one through the forest easy sloping rocky walk to the lake and the other a 2 mile old Norwich village forest trip where we will see old foundations\, cellar holes\, stone walls and two impressive dams and then loop back down to the lake. The Retreat is at 128 Norwich Lake in Huntington. Turn off of Route 66 in Huntington onto Searle Rd. When you get to the fork (approximately 1.7 miles) Turn right onto Rocky Point Rd. Destination will be on the left in approximately 7/10ths of a mile. Plenty of parking. Call or email Michele at SHAEC for more information 413-354-1055. \n  \nLearn more about The Retreat at Norwich Lake on their website: www.retreatatnorwichlake.org Plan for two hours hike time. This hike will be the one mile yellow/blue blazed trail to the lake\, more experienced hikers can choose to hike the2.5 mile orange blazed woods trail and then loop back to the lake. Both hikes start at the “Field of Dreams” follow the signs from the parking lot. Maps and bottle water will be provided. Please be aware that there are no facilities at the trail. Park at the Norwich Retreat Parking Lot. Hike will start in the parking lot. GPS: 42.30167\, -72.83132 Full hike details are on Facebook and our website. \n  \nMaps and bottled water will be provided. Please be aware that there are no facilities at the trail. Dogs are welcome! No registration required\, hike is free\, donations are welcome! \n  \nHilltown Hikers is a member of the Hilltown Outdoor Stewardship Alliance Learn more at www.HilltownOSA.com For more hike information email westernmasshilltownhikers@aol.com or call/text 413-302-0312. Follow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, Flickr\, YouTube and Twitter. #westernmasshilltownhikers. Events\, maps and photos located at www.westernmasshilltownhikers.com. Please keep our beautiful places clean and carry in and carry out.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/hikethehilltowns-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T175044
CREATED:20191008T144242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T144242Z
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SUMMARY:Car show benefits Scout camp
DESCRIPTION:Woronoco Heights Outdoor Adventures (WHOA!) and The Car Club of New England are presenting their first annual car show on Saturday October 19. All proceeds will benefit the Horace Moses Scout Reservation’s improvement projects. The car show is on the same day as the October WHOA! event making it convenient to attend the car show and participate in family outdoor activities. \n  \nAll makes\, years\, and models are invited to enter the car show. There is a $20 registration fee to enter a car and includes two passes to participate in WHOA!. There is no charge to spectators to visit the car show\, and participation in WHOA! events is only $15 per person\, with children under 10 only $10. \n  \nEach month from September to June WHOA! presents activities taking advantage of the Scout reservation’s 1300 acre acres at 310 Birch hill Rd. in Russell MA\, just 20 minutes from I-90 Exit 3. \n  \nWHOA! has an ever growing list of seasonal activities to present. Many activities are open to children as young as 5 years old. Families will find outdoor programs as well as fun activities indoors with all the equipment provided. At the lake will be canoes\, kayaks\, and fishing. Participants looking to get into the forest can try geocaching\, mountain biking\, orienteering\, nature activities\, and even our disc golf\, which has holes down wooded trails. \n  \nThose looking to try and make something can visit the blacksmith shop or attend kite-making lessons. The kite-making activity ends using the wind on the mountain field to see if it flies. Just for fun and to try something different WHOA! will also have climbing\, bouldering\, archery\, photography\, ham radio\, and escape rooms. \n  \nThe programs with minimum age are the 64-foot climbing tower and tomahawk throwing\, each with a minimum age of 10 years\, and a minimum age of 11 years for the .22 rifles and shotguns. The entire day is $15 per person\, with youth 5 to 9 years $10. Groups of 10 or more are discounted at $10 per person. \n  \nEquipment will be provided and activities will be supervised by experienced staff. Each program is available from 9 am until 3 pm and subject to change\, especially due to weather conditions. Some programs require signing up for a specific time period. Participants may arrive/leave at any time. Check-in is at the camp’s Trading Post where a menu of hot food and snacks will also be for sale. Other WHOA! dates and the planned activities are at www.wmascouting.org/WHOA.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/car-show-benefits-scout-camp/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T175044
CREATED:20191003T143135Z
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SUMMARY:Glow Walk to Help Feed Hungry Families
DESCRIPTION:The Westfield Food Pantry’s annual Fill the Pantry Walk will be held on Saturday\, October 19 beginning at St. John’s Lutheran Church at 60 Broad Street in Westfield. Registration begins at 5 pm. There will be glow sticks\, swag bags\, and t-shirts (while supplies last) and a door prize. \n  \nThe walk itself steps off at 6 pm and travels along the scenic Columbia Greenway Rail Trail. Participants are invited to walk alone or with a group of friends\, coworkers\, or team members. Children are welcome as walkers\, in strollers\, or riding bicycles and tricycles. There will be a prize for the best decorated bike. How far participants walk is optional. Shaker Road is a three mile round trip\, while the tin bridge is a one mile walk. Alternately community members are invited to skip the walk entirely and just attend the after-party back at St. John’s. Plans include a fire pit with hot dogs\, donuts\, refreshments\, and music. \n  \nThe Westfield Food Pantry has seen an increase in need among Westfield residents over the last few years. At the same time\, available funding has decreased. According to Executive Director Rebecca Hart\, “Although the economy has technically recovered\, that is not what we are experiencing. Corporate donations are at an all-time low\, grant opportunities have shrunk\, and our fundraising events are less successful than in the past. I believe it’s the result of many factors\, including rising costs for working and middle class families\, stagnant wages\, and recent changes in tax code.” These factors almost forced the Pantry to close over the summer. However\, donations from the community kept Pantry doors open\, and the Pantry is now working to stabilize funding for the coming year. The upcoming walk is a major part of that strategy. \n  \nParticipants in the Fill the Pantry Glow Walk can make a personal donation or find sponsors. Donations from the community will also be accepted on the website or by mail. This is the Pantry’s largest fundraiser for the year and is essential to ensuring sufficient funds to keep programs operating. All proceeds from the event help support Pantry services for families right here in the local community. Additional information and registration forms are available at www.WestfieldFoodPantry.org.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/glow-walk-to-help-feed-hungry-families/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T175044
CREATED:20190927T160829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T160829Z
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SUMMARY:“A Far Away War” Comes Home
DESCRIPTION:Southwick and Hatfield soldiers in World War I will be presented by Rob Wilson at the Southwick Town Hall Auditorium on Saturday\, October 19 at 2 pm. World War I\, also known as the First World War or the Great War\, was a global war originating in Europe that lasted from 28 July 1914 to 11 November 1918. Rob will also share information about World War I veterans. Everyone welcome! Refreshments will be served. A donation would be gratefully received. For more information\, please call 413-569-2012. The Southwick Historical Society\, Inc.\, Southwick. www.southwickhistoricalsociety.org.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/a-far-away-war-comes-home/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260514T175044
CREATED:20191008T144609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T144609Z
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SUMMARY:Homecoming Weekend open to all!
DESCRIPTION:Gateway’s 4th Annual Homecoming Weekend runs October 18 – 20 and is offering new and improved events that are open to current and former students\, staff\, parents and community members! \n  \nOur kick-off Homecoming Dinner has moved from Thursday to Friday evening (October 18) this year and continues to be hosted by Chester Common Table (30 Main Street\, Chester) through their “Dine to Donate” program. Moving to Friday evening will allow diners to also enjoy live music by Ray Mason. A percentage of food ordered that night will be donated to the Gateway Education Foundation. \n  \nAlso Friday evening includes a Family Movie Night\, hosted at Gateway by the Class of 2020. Families are invited at 5:30 p.m. for face painting\, games and snacks. At 6:30 p.m.\, everyone is invited into the Gateway Performing Arts Center for a showing of Hotel Transylvania\, rated pg. There is no cost to attend\, but donations for the senior class will be gratefully accepted. \n  \nSaturday is full of active events including the 4th Annual Homecoming 5K Road Race\, a historic canoe/kayak tour of Littleville Lake\, and our Annual Alumni Soccer Game. The road race (known locally as ‘That Dam Race’) invites area runners of all abilities to challenge themselves on Gateway’s home cross-country course\, which includes running up the road that goes up the back of Littleville Dam\, and on roads and trails through the woods and along the water of Littleville Lake. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. in the Gateway parking lot\, and runners will walk to the starting point of the race at 9 a.m. (or as soon as all racers are registered). This is a service project of the Gateway Girls X-C Team; there is no fee to take part\, but donations to the Gateway Education Foundation will be gratefully accepted at registration. There will also be Tech T-shirts for sale for $25. \n  \nJoin the Gateway Outdoor Club as alumnus Jeff Penn leads a historic canoe/kayak tour of Littleville Lake. Bring your boat to the Littleville Boat Launch at noon. This event runs from noon to 2 p.m. and is free of charge\, but donations to the Gateway Outdoor Club are welcome. \n  \nOur Annual Alumni Soccer Game will be held under the lights on Booster Field at 7 p.m. The Gator Shack will be open! (Plans are in the works for a co-ed scrimmage of current high school players preceding the Alumni Game – please stay tuned for details on that!) \n  \nOn Sunday\, former band directors Kevin McAvoy and Paul Sawyer will join current director Beth Guertin in another Alumni Band event! Coffee hour and warm up starts at 9 a.m. and lunch will be provided at noon. Rehearsals will run mid morning and after lunch. The Alumni Band Concert will be offered at 4 p.m. in the Gateway Performing Arts Center. Admission is free but donations will be accepted at the door for the music program. Music will be emailed to those who register in advance\, using the “quicklink” on the Gateway website (www.grsd.org).
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/homecoming-weekend-open-to-all/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191020T170000
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CREATED:20191001T141409Z
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SUMMARY:Gateway Homecoming schedule announced
DESCRIPTION:Gateway’s 4th Annual Homecoming Weekend will be held from October 18 – 20\, and all events are open to current and former students\, staff\, families and community members! \n  \nChester Common Table will again host our Kick-Off Dinner on Friday\, October 18. Come fuel up between 5 and 9 p.m. for the busy weekend and enjoy some great food with live music by Ray Mason (Rock\, Pop and Roll\, performing 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.). A percentage of sales will be donated by the restaurant to the Gateway Education Foundation through Chester Common Table’s “Dine to Donate” program. \n  \nAlso on Friday\, the Class of 2020 will be hosting a Family Movie Night in the Gateway Performing Arts Center. “Hotel Transylvania” (rated PG) will be showing on our recently updated high resolution screen and sound system. Festivities begin at 5:30 with Halloween face painting\, games and snacks. The movie will start at 6:30 p.m. All activities are by donation and will benefit the senior class. \n  \nSaturday events include our 4th Annual 5K Dam Race\, a historic canoe/kayak tour of Littleville Lake\, and our annual Alumni Soccer Game under the lights. \n  \nArea runners are invited to challenge themselves on Gateway’s home cross-country course (better known as the 5K Dam Race). Registration is at 8:30 a.m. in the high school parking lot. The race begins at 9 a.m. This is a service project organized by the Gateway Girls X-C Team to benefit the Gateway Education Foundation. There is no fee\, but donations will be gratefully accepted for the Foundation. Tech Tee Shirts will also be available for $25. \n  \nAt noon (when you’ve rested and recovered) meet at the boat ramp to Littleville Lake for a historic guided tour of the reservoir. This is a BYOB (‘bring your own boat’) event. There is no charge\, but donations to the Gateway Outdoor Club will be gratefully accepted. Learn what lurks under all of that water with local historian and Gateway Alumnus Jeff Penn. \n  \nWhen you’re done you’ll want a quick nap—especially if you are an alumni soccer player! The lights will be on and the Gator Shack open at Booster Field for the Annual Alumni Game at 7 p.m. It’s blue vs. gold in this longstanding\, traditional co-ed game of the year! All former Gateway soccer players are invited to take part. \n  \nArea musicians are invited to Gateway on Sunday to prepare for the Alumni Band Concert at 4 p.m. (For the rest of us – just come on down for the concert!). Music Director Beth Guertin will be joined by prior Directors Kevin McAvoy and Paul Sawyer. The band will host a coffee hour from 9 – 10 a.m. and then rehearsals begin. If you register in advance (www.grsd.org) you will get a .pdf of the music to get your chops ready! Lunch will be provided and the concert will be presented at 4 p.m. in the Gateway Performing Arts Center. The concert is open to the public; donations for the Gateway music program are welcome! \n  \nAll are invited to take part. Most events are free of charge\, with donations to benefit Gateway clubs and groups\, such as the Gateway Outdoor Club\, the Gateway Education Foundation\, the Class of 2020\, Gateway Athletic Booster Club and the Gateway music program.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/gateway-homecoming-schedule-announced/
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